Francisco
Meaning of Francisco
The name Francisco, pronounced as fran-SEES-koh in Spanish and fran-SEEZ-koo in Portuguese, is a classic male name with deep roots in Latin culture. Originating from the Latin name Franciscus, meaning "Frenchman" or "free man," Francisco has been a popular choice across Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries for centuries. In English-speaking regions, it often evokes images of historical figures such as Saint Francis of Assisi, known for his humility and love for nature. The name also carries modern associations with notable individuals like Francisco Goya, the renowned Spanish painter. Over the years, Francisco has maintained a steady presence in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 300 names for newborn boys since the mid-20th century. Variations of the name include Francesco in Italian and Franz in German, reflecting its widespread appeal across different cultures. Whether chosen for its rich history or melodic sound, Francisco remains a timeless and distinguished choice for baby boys.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as fran-SEES-koh (/fɾanˈsisko/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as fran-SEEZ-koo (/fɾˈsi.zku/)
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Notable People Named Francisco
| Francisco Franco Bahamonde was a Spanish military general who ruled over Spain as a dictator from 1939 to 1975, leading the Nationalist forces in overthrowing the Second Spanish Republic during the Spanish Civil War. |
| Francisco Ignacio Madero González was a Mexican revolutionary and statesman who served as the 37th president of Mexico and played a key role in initiating the Mexican Revolution. |
| Francisco de Miranda was a Venezuelan military leader and revolutionary who played a key role in South America's liberation from the Spanish Empire. |
| Francisco Vázquez de Coronado was a Spanish conquistador and explorer known for leading a significant expedition through parts of the southwestern United States in the 16th century, during which the first European sightings of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River occurred. |
| Francisco Goya - Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes was a renowned Spanish romantic painter and printmaker, known for his influential works that reflected historical upheavals and inspired generations of artists. |
| Francisco Pizarro was a Spanish conquistador who played a key role in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire. |
| Francisco Miguel Lindor Serrano, also known as "Mr. Smile," is a Puerto Rican professional baseball shortstop for the New York Mets, and previously played for the Cleveland Indians in Major League Baseball (MLB). |
| Francisco de Quevedo - Francisco Gómez de Quevedo y Santibáñez Villegas, known for his conceptismo style, was a prominent Spanish poet and writer of the Baroque era. |
| Francisco Tárrega - Francisco de Asís Tárrega Eixea was a renowned Spanish composer and classical guitarist of the late Romantic period, celebrated for his compositions like Capricho Árabe and Recuerdos de la Alhambra. |
| Francisco de Zurbarán was a renowned Spanish painter known for his religious paintings and still-lifes, earning the nickname "Spanish Caravaggio" for his mastery of chiaroscuro. |
| Francisco and Jacinta Marto - Francisco and Jacinta de Jesus Marto were siblings from Portugal who reportedly witnessed apparitions of the Angel of Peace and the Blessed Virgin Mary, leading to the title Our Lady of Fátima and the establishment of the Sanctuary of Fátima. |
| Francisco Antonio Peña is a Dominican professional baseball catcher known for his career in Major League Baseball and the Chinese Professional Baseball League. |
| Francisco Toledo - Francisco Benjamín López Toledo was a prominent Mexican Zapotec artist known for his extensive body of work and his advocacy for Oaxacan artistic culture and heritage. |
| Francisco de Asís, Duke of Cádiz - Francisco de Asís was the King of Spain as the consort of Queen Isabella II from 1846 until her deposition in 1868, and the monarchy was later restored under their son Alfonso XII in 1874. |
| Francisco Mejía - Francisco José Mejía is a Dominican professional baseball catcher known for his time in MLB with the Cleveland Indians, San Diego Padres, and Tampa Bay Rays, and currently plays for the Los Angeles Angels organization. |
